Tag: digital divide

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Library Laptops Help Bridge the Digital Divide

Sep. 13, 2022 | 8:48 AM

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San Diego County’s 33 branch libraries have added something new to the books, movies, and music they lend to the public – 7,000 sets of Chromebook computers and hotspots to support people in need of digital access.

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County Reminds People About Federal Internet Discount Program

Dec. 15, 2021 | 9:03 AM

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The County is reminding the public about a Dec. 31 deadline for low-income residents and families to apply to receive discounted high-speed Internet service through the Federal Communications Commission.